Festival Operations Officer

The Festival Operations Officer will play a key role in organizing and executing the British Science Festival 2025
, which will be held in Liverpool from September 10-14, 2025
. The position is based in London, but the organization allows for remote work up to four days a week, with potential for fully remote arrangements. The officer will report to the Events & Festival Operations Manager and be responsible for temporary Festival Assistants
. This full‑time, fixed‑term role requires travel to Liverpool in the months leading up to the Festival, with a mandatory on‑site presence from September 3-16, 2025
. Salary ranges from £28,600 to £34,424 per annum (pro‑rata), and the preferred start date is March 26, 2025
.

The Festival Operations Officer will be responsible for managing logistical communications with event organisers and ensuring smooth execution of the Festival. Key duties include building and managing the Festival Masterplan
, recruiting and overseeing temporary Festival Assistants
, coordinating accommodation logistics
, ensuring data integrity
, handling Risk Assessment forms
, and organising transport logistics for speakers, staff and goods. The officer will also monitor the Festival Inbox
, attend meetings and site visits
, and support on‑site event management
. During the Festival the officer should expect longer working hours
, manual handling tasks and coordination of venue and equipment set‑up.

This role requires strong organisational and project management skills
, the ability to work independently and efficiently and close collaboration with internal teams and external partners. The officer will work closely with the Events & Festival Operations Manager, Engagement Manager, Engagement Officer and Head of Festivals
. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in event planning and festival management while contributing to a high‑profile, fast‑moving project that connects the public with scientific research.